Health maintenance organization

{
  "id": "MLC-T-LAW-002411",
  "term": "Health maintenance organization",
  "field": "Law",
  "definitions": [
    "A type of managed care health insurance plan that provides medical services through a network of contracted doctors, hospitals, and other healthcare providers. Members select a primary care physician (PCP) from within the network who manages their care and must provide referrals for specialist services. Federal qualification for a health maintenance organization (HMO) is governed by the standards set forth in the Health Maintenance Organization Act of 1973.",
    "Managed care health insurance plans that deliver healthcare services through a defined network of medical professionals and facilities. These organizations require members to select a primary care physician who manages their medical needs and provides referrals for specialized treatment. Services received outside the network are generally not covered, except in urgent situations."
  ],
  "abbreviation": "HMO",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/law/health-maintenance-organization/"
}